Data & Equipment

The BMW K 1600 GTL

The K 1600 GTL is a synonym for performance touring, where no wish is left unanswered in terms of exclusive character and comfort. Let us convince you and find out about the technical data and extensive equipment here.

Technical data

Engine

Rated output
160 hp at 6,750 rpm
Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
Type
Oil/water-cooled, six-cylinder, four-stroke, in-line engine with four valves per cylinder
Bore x stroke
72 mm x 67.5 mm
Capacity
1,649 cc
Max. torque
132.7 lbs-ft at 5,250 rpm
Compression ratio
12.2 : 1
Mixture control
Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire
Exhaust emission standards
EU 5+

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed
over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC
5.9 l
CO2 emission based on WMTC
137 g/km
Fuel type
Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E0/E5/E10/E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

Electrical system

Alternator
Three-phase alternator with 700 W (nominal power)
Battery
12 V / 16 Ah, maintenance-free

Power transmission

Clutch
Multiplate clutch in oil bath
Gearbox
Claw-shifted 6-speed gearbox with helical gears
Drive
Cardan

Chassis / brakes

Frame
Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, co-supporting engine
Front wheel location / suspension
BMW Motorrad Duolever, central shock absorber with helical spring
Rear wheel location / suspension
Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever, central spring strut
Suspension travel, front / rear
4.5" / 5.3"
Wheelbase
1,618 mm
Castor
106.4 mm
Steering head angle
62.2°
Wheels
Aluminium cast wheels
Rim, front
3.50 x 17"
Rim, rear
6.00 x 17"
Tire, front
120/70 ZR17
Tire, rear
190/55 ZR17
Brake, front
Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper
Brake, rear
Single disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 2-piston floating caliper
ABS
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (partial integral, lean angle optimized)

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight
29.5"
Inner leg curve at unladen weight
1,760 mm
Usable tank volume
approx. 26.5 l
Reserve
approx. 4 l
Length
97.9" (over top case)
Height
58.7" – 62.2" (above windshield and topcase, at DIN unladen weight)
Width
39.4" (with case)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled
358 kg
1)
Permitted total weight
560 kg
Payload (with standard equipment)
202 kg

1) According to Guideline (EU) 168/2013 with all operating fluids, with standard equipment and refuelled with min. 90% of the usable fuel tank capacity.

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